Can you ride the Kawasaki Ninja 650R / ER-6F on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the Kawasaki Ninja 650R / ER-6F (2012 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
Kawasaki Ninja 650R / ER-6F (2012 onwards)
The Kawasaki ER-6f is also known as the 650R or EX-6. It is a brilliant first bike and commuter.
It’s lightweight, reliable and has offers exceptional performance and build quality for the buck. Keep in mind that there are a few versions of the ER-6F, which launched in 2005, 2009 and 2012.
From 2012, the model is more commonly known as the Kawasaki Ninja 650R.
A2 Licence Compliance
The Kawasaki Ninja 650R / ER-6F is a 649cc A2-friendly sport bike. It has a power output of 52 kW (70 bhp), which exceeds the 35kW limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by cca 33% to be A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the Kawasaki Ninja 650R / ER-6F on an A2 licence. See the Kawasaki Ninja 650R / ER-6F specifications table for restriction info, and the restrictor kits section to see what restrictors are available for the Kawasaki Ninja 650R / ER-6F.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
| Type | Sport |
| Restriction Required | 33% (to restrict to 35 kW) |
| Weight | 209 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 160/60-17 |
| Top speed | 130 mph |
| Engine size | 649 cc |
| Engine type | Inline 2 |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine oil capacity | 1.9 litres |
| Power output | 52 kW |
| Power output | 70 bhp |
| Torque output | 47 lb-ft |
| Fuel tank size | 16 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 150 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 47 mpg |
| Annual road tax | £93 |
| Overall rating |
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